If the work is minor in nature (i.e simply supported beam, rafters etc.) please e-mail your proposal in the first instance with an attached sketch, measured survey, architectural planning drawings. 

For anything more complex than simple beam designs please attach all the detailed Architectural plans, sections if available. 

I will always advise you if additional checks and calculations are required and of any additional costs which might add.

If you wish to discuss the scheme please call at +44751 222 5123 or e-mail at design@kvsstructures.co.uk to discuss your proposal.

For a single steel beam design, a single structural element and minor schemes it takes 24-48 from the appointment time. For larger schemes it takes between 3 to 7 working days from the instruction date. For a standard loft conversions or side extension it takes between 2 to 3 working days.

The client will always be offered an estimated time scale and kept up to date during the design process.

All of ou calculation packages are supplemented with a general arrangement sketches. For an additional fee we able to produce detailed AutoCAD detail drawings.  Please advise at the time of enquiry if you would like this service and we can adjust our fee to include this.

Our calculations are specifically produced to allow approval under the building regulations 2010.  They are in a recognised format which are readily accepted by Local Authority building control departments and private building inspectors.

Our aim is to ensure you are 100% satisfied with my service and that you gain full Building Regulation approval. If Building Control ask for additional information due to an error or omission on our part I will provide this absolutely free of charge with no questions asked. If however you or your builder make changes to the design then additional fees will be payable subject to the nature and scale of the changes.

All of our design works are covered by a comprehensive Professional Indemnity Insurance up to a £1mil. for your peace of mind.